Author: Kera

A proud Jamaican with a keen eye for powerful stories, I am a writer driven by the art of telling tales that inspire, inform, and captivate. With a deep passion for delivering news that resonates, I make it my mission to offer a refreshing perspective on the world around us. Whether diving into global headlines or exploring the vibrant world of entertainment, I am dedicated to providing transparent, credible, and thought-provoking content. My work bridges the gap between local insights and international conversations, offering readers a unique blend of perspectives that keep them engaged and informed. Join me on this journey where storytelling meets authenticity and news becomes a source of inspiration.

After topping YouTube’s Trending chart earlier this week with Respect, emerging dancehall artist Lyriii previews a new single. On Thursday, Lyriii teased his upcoming song, which appears to be titled Understand. In this new track, the young artist sticks to the same playboy, or ‘gyalis,’ theme that Respect has.  The preview was shared on his Instagram page, showing him deejaying and tracking while vibing with an adult. Understand was produced by Chuck Starr with a collaborative effort from Cash Code Records. The clip features Lyriii, who is only 15 years old, bragging about his popularity with women, one of whom…

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Vendetta fans are excited following an announcement that Dancehall artiste Alkaline will return to Jamaica with his annual New Rules Festival. The thrilling news revealed that the renowned deejay is set to perform in Jamaica in the summer. Alkaline’s New Rules Festival has only been hosted in Jamaica three times since its debut several years ago. When the event was founded in 2017, its first staging was hosted in Jamaica. The Champion Boy hosted the event in his home country again when the event returned in 2018 for its second staging. In 2020, the New Rules Festival was scheduled to…

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A California high school Spanish teacher has been arrested for having sex with her 17-year-old student. The teacher, identified as 33-year-old Dulce Flores, is accused of having a sexual relationship with one of her students. Flores was formally charged on Tuesday following an investigation. The police reported that she was arrested at her home for unlawful sex with a minor. Flores is a teacher at Riverbank High School, situated outside Modesto. She has taught at the school since 2016. According to the New York Post, the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office reported that Flores was charged with having sex with a…

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A 50-year-old man from Mandeville has been charged with murdering 2 women at the candlelight vigil last weekend. The suspect has been identified as Patrick Thompson, who is a licensed firearm holder. Thompson is accused of killing two women and wounding three other people. Thompson, a telephone engineer/technician, is facing two counts of murder and three counts of wounding with intent. On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, Thompson was interviewed by Area Three Major Investigations Division (MID) detectives. Thompson, a resident of Levy Lane, was formally charged on Thursday, February 27, 2025. According to a news report, the charges were laid…

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Jamaican dancehall artiste Squash has reportedly been released on bail. The deejay was arrested on gun-related charges on Tuesday in Miami, Florida. Squash, legally named Andrae Maurice Whittaker, was apprehended by the Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s Office on charges of having a machine gun, a short-barrel shotgun, and a rifle, along with having the weapon concealed. A bond of $3000 US was set, and an immigration hold was placed on the entertainer. On Thursday, a police report revealed that he was no longer in custody at the Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s Office. The report was shared online by popular Jamaican vlogger King…

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Dancehall artiste Alkaline and his ex-manager, Dwayne Morris of Cahban Rekords, appear to have a bad history that reportedly involves violent incidents. Their feud and series of violent incidents allegedly drove Morris to contemplate shooting up the entertainer’s home. Morris has spoken about their feud before, detailing how their professional relationship became disastrous after the DJ soared to stardom. The former manager credited himself as a key contributor to Alkaline’s success. He claimed he greatly invested in artistes during the early stages of his musical career. Morris reportedly met Alkaline as a budding artiste while he attended Ardenne High School,…

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A video surfaced online of a mother severely disciplining her son at his school, igniting criticism. The mother was apparently called to the school by the teacher after her child misbehaved. It is unclear what the child did, but the disciplinary actions that the mother used left many social media users debating whether she deserved to be charged or applauded. The footage has gone viral, garnering more than 19 million views on the social media platform X since it was posted on February 25. The video begins with the mother hauling the little boy outside the school building and stopping…

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Jamaican reggae artist Busy Signal gave a groovy performance at the Barclays Centre in New York. The DJ captivated the attendees of the NBA game during his halftime show performance. Busy Signal shared a clip of his performance on Instagram.  In the circulating video, he can be seen performing Happy Birthday alongside dancers. The 2024 single is a popular track that went viral on the social media platform TikTok. Busy Signal also performed hits like Stay So, Step Out, and Watch Out For This. The dancers, representing Jamaica and other countries, danced in crop tops and denim shorts with flags…

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A Jamaican soldier is facing multiple charges after he allegedly physically assaulted his girlfriend. Staff sergeant Lascelles Archibald Burke from the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) reportedly used his firearm to beat and assault the partner at her workplace. The 42-year-old soldier went to Rosseau Road in Kingston to visit his girlfriend’s place of employment on Sunday, February 16, 2025. He arrived at the establishment around 6:50 p.m., according to a report. The Jamaica Observer reported that, based on information gathered and findings from the investigations, the couple got into a verbal altercation at the establishment. The police reported that the…

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A strange creature caught by a Russian fisherman has created quite a stir on the internet. The trawlerman shared footage of the bizarre sea monster he snagged, and the video has gone viral since it was posted online by Roman Fedortsov. The baffling “alien” animal has been making international headlines as many social media users wonder what the creature is. The fisherman accidentally caught the sea creature while trolling the ocean depths, according to the New York Post, citing reports from Jam Press. The footage has left many viewers baffled and sparked conversations about the existence of “aliens” as they…

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